MiLB Mascot Mania - Fans Decide the Minor Leagues' Best Mascot

Category: International League

After three weeks of competition from dozens of fuzzy, anthropomorphic rivals across the country, in the end Columbus' LouSeal swam away from Clearwater's Phinley to emerge as the fans' choice as the Minor Leagues' best mascot. Recap »

Likes: Roaming the field at Huntington Park, cheering the Clippers to victory

Dislikes: Clippers losses, the Huntington Park Honey Bear

Bio: LouSeal grew up a huge baseball fan, as his parents were originally from Alaska. He had heard stories of the Columbus Clippers, whose mascot, Captain Clipper, was planning for retirement. Lou Seal left Alaska and headed across the United States until he hit the mighty Scioto River in Downtown Columbus, where he met Captain Clipper. Once Captain Clipper learned of Lou Seal's love of baseball, he selected Lou Seal as his successor and put him through a rigorous training program to prepare him for his rookie season as a mascot. The rest, as they say, is history.

Bio: 'What makes me the best mascot? Since arriving as the official mascot of the Fresno Grizzlies, I've forever changed sports entertainment in Central California. I've also been awarded Best Mascot in the Country in 2007 and honorable mention for the same award in 2009 by GameOps.com, the first character from any Minor League franchise to ever win the award. I perform even into the offseason, which I hate, as you can see from my groundbreaking web series, deftly named I Hate the Offseason.'

Bio: C. Wolf brings a unique and exciting attitude to every game at Jerry Uht Park, along with some pretty solid dance moves. During the winter months, C. Wolf does not hibernate -- he stays active in the community through school functions and charity events.

Bio: The story starts in early 2012, when the Blue Wahoos were building their bayfront ballpark and preparing for their inaugural season. The aquatic creature who lived in the adjacent bay decided to investigate the construction site and immediately fell in love with Pensacola's multi-use stadium and baseball. Since the team did not have a mascot yet and loved his enthusiasm, Kazoo was named the Blue Wahoos' mascot and was given the number "00". Kazoo is an aquatic creature with webbed feet, fins for ears and always sports his stylish Blue Wahoos cap. When he's not banging on his drum, sliding down railings or scarfing down shrimp po-boys, he can be seen all around the stadium interacting with fans, taking pictures and cheering on his favorite team.

Bio: The Ballapeno sprouted in center field in the spring of 2001 and has been a part of the San Antonio Missions family ever since. A graduate of Pepperdine University, Ballapeno has been rumored to specifically pick the Taco Chaser every evening and unconfirmed reports have spotted him laughing in the dugout as "Henry" bites the dust night after night. It is well known that Ballapeno is green with envy over the popularity of Henry the Puffy Taco and has made it his goal to appear on the next Survivor to prove he has what it takes.

Bio: Gigante demonstrated his gift of baseball at an early age, throwing coconuts and using bananas to hit it out of the park. He is a legend in the jungle and is known for his incredible dancing ability. He was scouted by the San Francisco Giants organization after his appearance on the hit TV show, The Jungles Got Talent. Gigante is in his eighth season with San Jose, where he has danced his way into the hearts of millions. He is a Giant in the community.

Bio: Splash burst onto the scene in 1999 as the official mascot of the Myrtle Beach Pelicans. Fifteen years later, he's still going strong! Splash not only loves to hang out with fans at the park, but he loves to show his playful antics throughout the entire community by making a positive impact.

Bio: Phinley, the Southern Division Champion of 2012 Mascot Mania, is a phun-loving landshark. Giving all of his phans a high phin, riding his scooter and cheering the Threshers on to victory are some of his phavorite things. He has swum with mermaids, traveled to Philadelphia, ridden jetskis, parasailed and even been attacked by a Police K-9. You can find Phinley all around Clearwater and the Tampa Bay area, spreading the word about the Threshers.

Bio: This is a tail about a top-dog mascot named Homer. Homer spends his days getting a new leash on life sniffing around Dozer Park and can be spotted putting smiles on fans faces with his paws-itive attitude. Homer has a ruff life, which includes sleeping and cheering on the Chiefs. Homer has a bone to pick with the Kane County Cougars and growls when they are mentioned, always giving their players a ruff time. Sometimes, Homer plays with his two best friends, mascots Norm & Al, seeing if they can kee pup, listening to music on his iPawd, including Snoop Dog, Pitbull and Beethoven!

Dislikes: Being called "Sandy", litter on the field, violence against mascots

Bio: "My gname is Gnate the Gnat but my friends call me Gnate. I come from a long line of gnagging insects often referred to as a sand gnat or gno see'em. Being 6'3" and pleasantly plump, I'm pretty big for a sand gnat. Over the past gnine seasons I have won over fans near and far with my hypnotizing dances moves, pesky charm and devilish good looks. During the games, I am often found buzzing around Historic Grayson Stadium hugging anyone in my path. Last year, I was a member of the Elite 8 in MiLB.com's Mascot Mania."

Bio: From grizzled veteran to fun-loving fan of the IronBirds, Ferrous has flown north to Ripken Stadium every summer since the gates first opened in 2002. During the fall and winter months, Ferrous resides on Maupiti, a small island west of Bora Bora that he discovered during his tour of duty with the U.S. Army. While there, he works on his fitness by devouring peanut butter and mayo sandwiches between rounds of T-shirt cannon target practice. On the field and off, Ferrous dutifully lives by the tenets of the Ripken Way, especially when it comes to having fun.

Bio: Barley is the newest mascot in Minor League Baseball, making his Northwest League debut this summer! He is thrilled to be rooting for the Hops and helping all fans, young and old alike, get excited that baseball is back in the Portland area! In his spare time, Barley enjoys hanging out with his fellow Portland mascots, texting with D. Baxter and practicing his T-shirt throwing skills.

Bio: Won a televised wrestling match on West Virginia Championship Wrestling and designed his own Mercer Cup Championship title belt to commemorate annual Princeton vs. Bluefield baseball series winner. Was honored with his own bobblehead night in 2006. Had his picture taken with David Price as part of a prior Tampa Bay Rays Fanfest. Was body-slammed on field by Jerry Lawler during a game. Concession stand at Hunnicutt Field is named "Roscoe's Grille in his honor. His image adorns a 14ft x 14ft outfield wall sign at the stadium. He also can talk to fans in costume.

Likes: Outerspace, long walks on the beach (of Mars), baseball, the Jetsons

Dislikes: Asteriod attacks, the offseason, rain delays

Bio: In early August of 1950, general manager Nick Mariana was walking around Centene Stadium, getting ready for the game that night. Suddenly, he saw a mysterious UFO racing around Great Falls! To this day, Orbit claims that Great Falls was too beautiful to pass up, so he decided to stay and call it his new home. The Voyagers graciously offered him a position with the team, which he accepted without hesitation. He now roams the stadium spreading his love for baseball, which he learned on his home planet.

Bio: Who says people hate their vegetables? The loveable loser of the Buffalo Bisons' nightly Chicken Wing Race, Celery has "garnished" the affection of fans of all ages. At 6'4", Celery has a lean physique but a "stalky" stride that usually makes it a side to Wing's or Bleu Cheese's victories. And even though Celery is still in search of that first win, it knows that it will always be "good for the heart" of all baseball fans! Maybe a victory in this year's Mascot Mania will propel this vegetable into being a main dish!

Likes: Food (especially birthday cake), fireworks, water guns, having picture taken with fans and friends

Dislikes: Rain

Bio: The City of Charlotte changed forever with the birth of Charlotte's craziest, greenest and most loved citizen -- Homer the Dragon. Homer can be found all over the Carolinas visiting schools, making kids laugh at the children's hospital and even lending a hand to help with community engagments. In 2011, Homer set a world record for the most hugs in a 24-hour period by a mascot.

Likes: Roaming the field at Huntington Park, cheering the Clippers to victory

Dislikes: Clippers losses, the Huntington Park Honey Bear

Bio: LouSeal grew up a huge baseball fan, as his parents were originally from Alaska. He had heard stories of the Columbus Clippers, whose mascot, Captain Clipper, was planning for retirement. Lou Seal left Alaska and headed across the United States until he hit the mighty Scioto River in Downtown Columbus, where he met Captain Clipper. Once Captain Clipper learned of Lou Seal's love of baseball, he selected Lou Seal as his successor and put him through a rigorous training program to prepare him for his rookie season as a mascot. The rest, as they say, is history.

Bio: 'Since 1992, I've had the privilege and honor of serving as the face of the most storied Minor League team in the country, the Durham Bulls. I'm always having fun and entertaining, riding around the park in my unique go-kart or interacting with fans. In my brief time away from the diamond, I make over 300 appearances a year, everything from kids birthday parties to local fundraisers. From Main St., to Cameron Indoor Stadium, to local schools and hospitals, I get recognized wherever I go. Next time you see a friendly Bull, be sure to stop and say hi!'

Bio: The Gwinnett Braves mascot, Chopper, is a world-renowned groundhog. He is a descendant of General Beauregard Lee, who predicts the weather with his shadow! When not banging on his drum at Coolray Field, Chopper can be found making appearances in the community. He is also the leader of his very own fan organization, Chopper's Kids Club.

Bio: When Rowdie is not entertaining the masses at Victory Field, he can be seen all around town making appearances at schools, charitable events and corporate functions. He has many claims to fame in his 20-year tenure. He is accredited for putting the bear in "bear hug," inspiring the song "Bear Necessities" and was voted Funniest Mascot by "Vanity Bear". His idols include Roberto Clemente, Yogi the Bear and Bear Grylls.

Bio: Hambone is one of the IronPigs' four Pork Racers! Hambone races during every home game and typically finishes in last place. Hambone is yet to collect a win in 2013, due to his clumsiness and the antics of the other racers, particularly Diggity. This lefty is a round hunk of honey-roasted ham and a crowd favorite at Coca-Cola Park.

Bio: Buddy Bat has been entertaining Louisville fans since April 1999. He was born in the largest cave in the world, Mammoth Cave, in Park City, Ky. He later flew up I-65 and landed in Louisville, where he became the official mascot of the Bats. In June 2012, Buddy went next level on everyone when he went skydiving with the US Army Golden Knights.

Bio: Paws the polar bear, a native of Pawtucket, made his debut as the official Pawtucket Red Sox mascot on April 14, 1999. Besides cheering along with PawSox fans at PawSox home games and collecting baseball cards in his spare time, Paws' favorite activities include visiting schools, malls, and other special events around southern New England, as well as throwing soft baseballs into the crowd to adoring fans during PawSox home games. His favorite vacation spot is Fort Myers, Fla., the Spring Training home of the Boston Red Sox. He wears a PawSox hat and jersey with the number 99.

Bio: This strapping, steely-eyed bird has been pumping up Red Wings fans for 16 years, remains in impeccable shape and has gotten mightier with age. Hatched in Cooperstown, a young Spikes flew west and settled in Rochester in 1997, the first season at Frontier Field. His athletic prowess and dance moves have dazzled fans for years, and while intimidating to opponents, his warm personality has endeared him to Wings fans of all ages. Along with his feathered partner, Mittsy, Spikes is active in the local youth baseball scene, flies regularly to charity events and is a pillar of the Rochester community.

Bio: Born in the woods of Northeastern Pennsylvania (NEPA), Quills likes nothing more than to spend his time at PNC Field cheering on the SWB RailRiders! Interacting with fans and making people smile are some of his favorite things. He also loves learning about the history of NEPA that is deep rooted in the locomotive industry! When he is not cheering on the RailRiders, he likes to be out and about in the community, hanging out with the people who make this area a great place to live, work and play baseball! GO RAILRIDERS!

Bio: Scooch has entertained baseball fans in Syracuse for the past 21 years and is a favorite among fans young and old. In addition to performing at every Chiefs game, Scooch makes appearances at area schools, hospitals, libraries, parks and many other community events.

Bio: Who loves baseball more than a 7' bird in tennis shoes?! With his red bat and crooked hat, you can always find him looking for trouble. Not only can he hit home runs at will, he rivals anyone with his dancing skills and "birdwalk." He is a goofy, attention seeking, unpredictable flirt, but he always finds his way back to the nest to his main chick, Muddonna. It's obvious anywhere you go around Toledo: the "bird is the word" 365 days a year!

Bio: Orbit is a large goofy alien that arrived at Isotopes Park during the team's inaugural season in 2003. This bright orange, yellow and red alien landed in center field one night and has made Isotopes Park his home ever since. Whether he's at Isotopes Park or out and about in the community, his friendly nature and mischievous antics make him very popular throughout the state of New Mexico.

Bio: Sox the Fox was born in a den behind the outfield wall of Security Service Field. The ballpark always had a special place in his heart because he was named after the Sky Sox Baseball Team. Always hoping to get closer to the action, Sox would sometimes jump the fence and watch the game from the left-field grass hill. One day the Sky Sox GM noticed Sox the Fox leading the crowd in cheers and knew he had the perfect job for him! Ever since, Sox has been the No. 1 mascot in the hearts of all baseball fans!

Bio: 'What makes me the best mascot? Since arriving as the official mascot of the Fresno Grizzlies, I've forever changed sports entertainment in Central California. I've also been awarded Best Mascot in the Country in 2007 and honorable mention for the same award in 2009 by GameOps.com, the first character from any Minor League franchise to ever win the award. I perform even into the offseason, which I hate, as you can see from my groundbreaking web series, deftly named I Hate the Offseason.'

Bio: The Iowa Oaks became the Iowa Cubs in 1982, and the first member of the team was Cubbie Bear. More than 30 seasons later, Cubbie Bear is at every game, always smiling. He loves kids and hugs ... especially at the same time. And honey, too. Cubbie Bear is the MVB of the Iowa Cubs. The job isn't easy, especially on hot and steamy summer days, but Cubbie Bear loves it. He is the best mascot in MiLB!

Bio: Cosmo, a fan favorite of all ages, is in his 13th season with the 51s. Cosmo continues to amaze and amuse fans with his antics. He is a survivor of a spaceship crash at "Area 51" near the town of Rachel, Nev. Cosmo was a baseball phenom on his planet, Koufaxia, and was thrilled to find baseball on Earth. When Cosmo is not at the ballpark, he likes to visit schools, Little League games, birthday parties and other events where children are present.

Friends: Rockey has made friends with all of the Midsouth mascots, and he invites them to a game for his birthday once a year!

Rival(s): Cubbie Bear (Iowa Cubs)

Likes: Sunflower seeds, bird feeders

Dislikes: Deforestation and slow songs

Bio: Rockey the Rockin' Redbird, the official team mascot of the Memphis Redbirds, loves to make AutoZone Park his playground and have fun with the best fans in baseball. Whether it's zipping around on his ATV, clowning with the players, umpires and fans, or becoming the life of the party at a Birthday Bash, Rockey always knows how to have a good time. He is the founder of the Rockey Kids Club, and he invites friends to watch Redbirds games in his "nest." Look for Rockey's rockin' introduction, the Rockey Shuffle, before every game and spot him at the Boardwalk playing games with fans!

Bio: Ozzie the Mascot has been stealing hearts at Greer Stadium for the past 16 seasons. Ozzie loves to dance on the dugouts, race youngsters around the bases and sign autographs for all his friends. Whether he's distracting the pitcher or leading cheers with his cowbell, Ozzie loves to watch the Sounds win big! Outside of Greer Stadium, Ozzie can be found throughout Nashville visiting schools, libraries, hospitals, youth baseball games and community events to share his love for reading and to brighten someone's day. Vote for Ozzie for best MiLB mascot!

Bio: Boudreaux has made Zephyr Field home since 1997, when he was found in the swamp exhibit at Audubon Zoo. The Zephyrs adopted Boux and he became New Orleans' most eligible bachelor ... until 1998, when he met Clotile, and it was love at first bite. Clotile accepted Boudreaux's Opening Day marriage proposal, and they were married in front of a packed house on Aug. 16, a crowd that still ranks as the seventh-largest in stadium history. The happy couple has charmed and entertained hundreds of thousands of fans through the years, and renewed their vows in 2008 during their 10-year anniversary celebration.

Bio: Also known as the round mound of red, I am the offical mascot of the 2012 Triple-A National Champion Reno Aces. I am the friendly sasquatch of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. My most unique ability is that I am able to talk. I am without a doubt the best mascot in the PCL. You can see me year-round at community events as well as every Aces home game!

Bio: With a little luck and a well-calculated jump off a Union Pacific boxcar, I landed in one of the greatest sports towns in the U.S. -- Round Rock, Texas. After that, I entered into a life of stardom as the most sought-after K-9 performer since McGruff. When I don't have my paws in the community, I'm leading rallies in the bottom of the ninth or teaching someone how to dougie on the dugouts -- all in the time it takes most dogs to chew a bone. My T-Shirt gun is locked and loaded, ready to bighten any fan's day!

Bio: Entering his second year in Mascot Mania, Dinger is looking to bring the championship belt to Sacramento! In his 13-plus seasons of being the Sacramento River Cats mascot, Dinger has led the team to 11 South Division titles. Dinger's silly antics around the ballpark always leave a smile on fans' faces. Dinger's special skills include drumming, dancing, uni-cycling, shooting T-shirts, walking stadium chairs and silly stringing. After falling short of gold last year, Dinger has been working on new ways to win Mascot Mania. Remember, every vote counts!

Bio: Quickly endearing himself to people of all ages, Bumble enjoys interacting with fans and entertaining crowds at every home game. When not "bumbling" around the baseball field, Bumble visits local schools and appears at charity events. A special favorite of children, this lovable mascot can even be found at birthday parties! Bumble is a tried-and-true Salt Lake Bees fan and wouldn't dream of "beeing" a mascot anywhere else.

Likes: Peanuts, dancing on the dugout, Kiss Cams, leading the "Run Rhubarb" during each and every Rainiers game

Dislikes: Rainouts, long road trips

Bio: Rhubarb the Reindeer has served as the Rainiers' official ambassador of fun since he was first discovered by noted game entertainment scout Thad Mascot -- the man responsible for introducing Kiss Cams and T-shirt guns to ballparks and stadiums all over the world. Rhubarb possesses such a mountainous amount of passion for putting smiles on the faces of Rainiers fans of all ages that he quite literally cannot wipe the smile off his own. His devotion to turning frowns upside down is best exemplified in the schools and charity walks he frequents throughout the year.

Bio: Kino Bambino is the long-lost brother of the San Diego Padres' Swinging Friar! Kino wandered the desert until stumbling upon Kino Stadium in 2011. The charismatic and humorous friar is most notably known for his clumsiness and dance skills. He is named after Father Eusebio Kino, regionally known, and the infamous Babe Ruth.

Likes: Aeros baseball, hugs, hot dogs, high-fives, T-shirt sling shots (even though he has trouble with it sometimes), and of course, KIDS!

Dislikes: When the Aeros lose, hairballs, rainouts, when the Aeros leave for road trips

Bio: Hailing from outer space, Orbit came to the Akron Aeros in their inaugural year in 1997. This lovable Space Cat can be seen at every home game as well as numerous apperances in and around Akron, his new hometown. Orbit loves baseball, especially his beloved Aeros. His favorite thing to do other than run around Canal Park and see his friends during games is to take long Space Cat naps and play with his best friend, Homer, a giant purple polkadotted pigeon that also lives at Canal Park.

Bio: Although Tenacious has his face on the primary logo, it's actually Steamer who's the face of the organization. Steamer is modeled after a locomotive, but since Steamer has hit legendary status, he likes to think the locomotive is modeled after him!

Bio: Hickory and the Hatfield Hot Dog Horse have been entertaining fans since Opening Day 2008. Hickory loves throwing delicious Hatfield Hot Dogs to the crowd at NYSEG Stadium. The Horse's goal is to someday run in the Kentucky Derby, but at age 5 he's starting to be realistic. They are both very excited to have recently become their own sports card!

Bio: Louie is big, green, has pink hair and rules the ballpark! To be honest, no one knows what type of creature Louie is, so we'll let you make your own conclusion. Louie is the hardest-working, most fan-pleasing mascot in ALL of Minor League Baseball. Louie is a dancing machine and has his own "Louie, Louie" dance every seventh inning. Louie's Kids Club has thousands of loyal members, and he loves making appearances in the community. When he's not rooting on the Baysox, you'll probably find him swimming or boating in the Chesapeake Bay.

Bio: C. Wolf brings a unique and exciting attitude to every game at Jerry Uht Park, along with some pretty solid dance moves. During the winter months, C. Wolf does not hibernate -- he stays active in the community through school functions and charity events.

Bio: Everyone's favorite River Monster, Rascal can be found running all over City Island. Whether it's assisting as the starting line for the numerous walks held around the island or cheering as loud as he can for his favorite team, the Senators, you'll always find Rascal full of energy! A true busy bee during the season, Rascal makes his rounds to as many little leagues, schools or team sponsor events as he can to say hello and give out hugs and high-fives to his fans. Growing up on City Island, Rascal cannot think of a better team to be the #1 fan for!

Bio: Rocky loves to see home games on his schedule! When a large crowd shows up to see the Rock Cats, Rocky steps up his game for the fans in attendance. He's not your average cat! Rocky has never lost a staring contest! Before each game Rocky loves to pump up the crowd by doing hand stands that last over a minute as well as doing one-handed push ups to show how tough Rock Cats really are.

Rival(s): Slugger the Sea Dog, the Fisher Cats' Ram of War for making kids cry

Likes: Fishing, playing 'Go Fish'

Dislikes: Working out (have you seen my belly?), Ram of War

Bio: Fungo was born in the woodlands of New Hampshire. He grew up as a 'kit,' or baby Fisher, and he enjoyed playing with Fisher Price toys. His favorite candy is Swedish Fish, and he's spent a lot of time listening to his favorite band, Phish. In between visits to hospitals and schools, he enjoys watching his favorite movie, 'The Fisher King.' While his main diet consists of hamburgers, hot dogs and Cracker Jacks, he enjoys fresh fish in Lake Winnipesaukee. As founder of the Fisher Cats' 'Kids Club,' he promotes wildlife education, reading, sportsmanship and good manners.

Dislikes: Drift netting, rainouts, called third strikes, and the final episode of Lost, Seinfeld, Cheers, the Sopranos and Charles in Charge

Bio: Slugger was born and raised in the waters of Casco Bay. His love of baseball began when he would follow lobster boats around the harbor listening to Red Sox games on their radios. After learning of the Sea Dogs, he made his way to the ballpark, slipped through the gates, found a jersey and never left. Since 1994, Slugger has entertained more than 7 million fans, visited over 100 schools, appeared on SportsCenter and at MLB's FanFest, and raised over $4 million for the Maine Childrens' Cancer Program. Simply stated, he is awesome. Like, really awesome!!

Bio: Born under the name Phrank Footer, The Crazy Hot Dog Vendor is wildly famous for his hot dog throwing, bow tie wearing, ostrich taming antics, which he performs throughout the season. He and his trusty ostrich, Rodrigo, perform at every Reading Fightin Phils home game, during the second inning.

Bio: Nutzy, the face of the Flying Squirrels, arrived on Feb. 11, 2010, at a birthday party held at historic Byrd Theatre. With confetti flying, Nutzy burst onto the Richmond sports scene, encouraging all fans to "Have FUNN, Go NUTS!" Nutzy quickly became one of the most recognizable figures in the community, making hundreds of appearances throughout Central Virginia each year. He continues his quest for Funn at The Diamond while keeping a regular schedule at schools, charitable functions and anywhere a superhero is needed! This off-season, Nutzy cheered with fellow Giants-affiliate mascots in the World Series Parade in San Francisco!

Bio: Boomer is a fun-loving Thunderbird who loves to give high-fives and play catch with kids. During games, Boomer loves to roam the stadium and dance with fans. His favorite activity is driving his motorcycle around the ballpark. Boomer loves his Trenton Thunder baseball!

Bio: Official mascot of the Barons since the start of the 1992 season, Babe has entertained more than 5 million fans. He can be seen in the community, at Little League parks, parades and other special functions around Birmingham. He's been mascot for two Southern League championships and was a favorite of Michael Jordan during the 1994 season.

Dislikes: Rain. Losing, catchers who get in my way when I'm trying to win my race

Bio: 'Unlike most mascots, I wasn't delivered by the stork. I prefer to think of myself as a special delivery -- delivered by none other than the UPS, at Engel Stadium, on the warning track, on an ATV. Since then, I've moved down the street to live at AT&T Field where I run the place. I get to drag the infield with my buddy Joey, dance to my favorite song 'Louie, Louie,' eat birthday cake and throw baseballs to my cheering fans in the stands. When my team is on the road, I spend my days reading in the outfield, attending birthday parties so I can eat more cake and putting smiles on the faces of patients at the Children's Hospital.'

Bio: Homer spends his time running around the stadium and enjoys hanging out with fans of all ages. He is single and looking for Miss Polecat. His idol is Pepe Le Pew. You can often find Homer during a game playing muscial chairs or taking on fans for a dance contest.

Bio: Chimpy was born in the shadows of the Donkey Kong era. He comes to Jackson, Tenn., fighting to get away from the stigma of giant monkeys with bad attitudes. Unfortunately, he is what he fights to avoid: a giant monkey with a bad attitude, hungering for fruit. Chimpy can be seen on a regular basis terrorizing the fruits during their nightly fruit race and parading around the ballpark looking for trouble. Despite his attempts to wreak havoc on and off the field, he has slowly become a fan-favorite who is idolized by the community of Jackson.

Bio: Jacksonville's favorite canine got his paw in the door when Suns president Peter Bragan Jr. noticed an "after hours" fan hanging out at the old Wolfson Park. To Mr. Bragan's dismay, that fan happened to be a canine puppy in desperate need of a home. Mr. Bragan knew that helpless animal would need a hand to get his small paws on the ground. So with little hesitation, he quickly made the puppy part of his team!

Bio: Ever since 2005 when the first game was played at the park, Trusty has supported and been a large part of the Mississippi Braves. He was raised there as an orphan left on the steps of the M-Braves main office and has since found a home with the team. He loves kids and makes sure to do all in his power to make everyone feel as important as possible at the games as well as other events. His willingness to go above and beyond to be there for his team earned him his name and reputation as Trusty.

Bio: This is the first year for the new Teddy, who took over the duties from the original Teddy, who had to be recast because he was past his prime. New Teddy has brought a renewed energy to the BayBears.

Likes: Food: Biscuits, of course! Music: Bring on the Biscuits, Take Me Out to the Ball Game; Sport: Baseball

Dislikes: Rain delays

Bio: Big Mo is a fuzzy and fun Biscuit Lovin' Beast. He's one-of-a-kind, responsible for entertaining fans young and old. He's out at Riverwalk Stadium each and every game. Seven feet of baseball love, hailing from parts unknown, the eighth wonder of the world and the Biscuits' biggest fan!

Bio: The story starts in early 2012, when the Blue Wahoos were building their bayfront ballpark and preparing for their inaugural season. The aquatic creature who lived in the adjacent bay decided to investigate the construction site and immediately fell in love with Pensacola's multi-use stadium and baseball. Since the team did not have a mascot yet and loved his enthusiasm, Kazoo was named the Blue Wahoos' mascot and was given the number "00". Kazoo is an aquatic creature with webbed feet, fins for ears and always sports his stylish Blue Wahoos cap. When he's not banging on his drum, sliding down railings or scarfing down shrimp po-boys, he can be seen all around the stadium interacting with fans, taking pictures and cheering on his favorite team.

Bio: Slugger, along with his sister Diamond, make up the best brother/sister duo in Minor League Baseball. He was born and raised in Great Smoky Mountain National Park and tried out for the mascot position when the Smokies moved to the new ballpark in 2000.

Likes: Anything Travelers, NEW Hot Ham and Cheese Sandwich on "Texas League Toast," Pooh Bear's Fried Oreos, Wild River Country water slides

Dislikes: Designated hitters, hot concrete

Bio: Shelly the Horse has been at every Travs game since 1996 when he became the club's official mascot. Shelly roams the stands spreading his special brand of fun and merriment during every game at Dickey-Stephens Park.

Bio: You can find Rusty every night at Whataburger Field cheering on the Hooks with his best friend, Sammy. Rusty loves to hang out at the beach soaking up the sun, but his biggest thrill is catching a few waves on his surfboard ...signed by Nolan Ryan, of course.

Bio: Deuce is certified as Texas' -- and likely the world's -- largest prairie dog. He's been the most enthusiastic supporter of the Frisco RoughRiders since Dr Pepper Ballpark opened in 2003. Deuce enjoys hoarding cotton candy in his rotund midsection and is known to poach peanuts from distracted vendors. His mischievousness is unsurpassed and his amusing antics have delighted over 5 million fans in 10 seasons. Deuce is adored in his local community by kids and adults alike. Pundits pontificate and ponder his profound preposterousness but people prefer the performance of this popular, perky prairie dog.

Likes: Visiting thousands of students each year, holding puppies and prairie dogs, riding ATVs around the warning track during games, proposing to fans

Dislikes: Falling off the dugout down a 20-ft elevator shaft (he's OK now), getting pied in the face by Juice the Moose, foxes that find their way into the ballpark

Bio: Born in 1999, conveniently the same time the RockHounds came about, Rocky was just a stray pup when GM Monty Hoppel found him on the side of the road. Giving him a new "leash" on life, Monty allowed the pup to roam the front office. Soon, however, Rocky started getting into important files and ripping up rosters of opposing teams. Monty immediately saw opportunity for Rocky -- to be trained as a fierce, but fun, mascot for the 'Hounds. There can be no bones about it ... in Rocky Town, he's the most lovable pup around.

Bio: From the depths of Arkansas' Beaver Lake, Sinker "The Lake Creature" has journeyed to Arvest Ballpark to show his support for the Northwest Arkansas Naturals and help out his buddy Strike "The Sasquatch" in getting fans of all ages excited at Naturals games during the summer. Sinker is big and blue and loves Naturals baseball. He loves to dance on the dugout, interact with the crowd and cheer on the Naturals to victory!

Bio: The Ballapeno sprouted in center field in the spring of 2001 and has been a part of the San Antonio Missions family ever since. A graduate of Pepperdine University, Ballapeno has been rumored to specifically pick the Taco Chaser every evening and unconfirmed reports have spotted him laughing in the dugout as "Henry" bites the dust night after night. It is well known that Ballapeno is green with envy over the popularity of Henry the Puffy Taco and has made it his goal to appear on the next Survivor to prove he has what it takes.

Bio: Louie patrols every home game and is proud to be a part of the team. He enjoys intereacting with fans on and off the field at local hospitals, schools and community functions. Louie jumps on any chance to represent the Springfield Cardinals and our hometown spirit.

Bio: Hornsby first migrated from the plains of western Oklahoma to old Drillers Stadium in 1996. After 14 seasons there, Hornsby now calls downtown Tulsa home at ONEOK Field. Always a stubborn bull, Hornsby has been trained and retrained by the best, David Raymond of Phillie Phanatic fame. Fans at ONEOK Field can look forward to Hornsby bringing down the house every night! Whether it's the melodrama of "Bulled & The Bluetiful," one of his dozens of dance routines and races, or the kids' favorite, "Running With the Bull" every weekend, Hornsby never disappoints

Bio: Born in Eastern Europe, Torch was hatched and nursed in a cave near the Dead Sea by a will to live and luck. The Dragon Tales refer to this luck as pete.'Plenty of pete combined with a dragon's heart got me out of that cave. I made my way around the globe. I found my way to Bakersfield with the hope of finding myself in the desert. I called Heater, a friend of a friend, who was working a steady job as mascot with the Bakersfield Blaze. I became his understudy as he moved toward semi-retirement.'

Likes: Wooly's Grand Slam Program ("Stay in school, say no to drugs and alcohol, play sports, and live healthy")

Dislikes: The mascots that are the competition

Bio: Wooly Bully is a fun-loving, fan favorite, dancing machine. He spends his time pumping the crowed up, signing autographs and teaching kids the Wooly Grand Slam Program. You can catch him on the dugout during the Wooly Dance or see him sprinting across the field in the Run with Wooly during the game.

Bio: "The 66ers mascot, Bernie, is one of the most beloved characters in the Inland Empire. During the 1999 season, Bernie - a little known mascot from Utah - was called upon to join the 66ers and was an instant hit with the fans. He proved to be lucky as well, as the San Bernardino Stampede won the California League Championship in '99 and have won 3 more titles since then. Today Bernie enhances the fan experience with his trademark ""WOOO"", sock waving, and dancing. He received the honor of Craziest Mascot in the Minor Leagues in 2011 by BleacherReport.com.

Bio: The self-proclaimed California League Mascot of the Year, eight seasons running. A very special dog, he is one of only a few members of the Canis Thunderus family. He is known for his ability to stand upright, walk on the tops of chairs, dance, drive quads and act like a fool. He has a beautiful coat of green fur and wears one of the world's largest pair of shoes. As anyone can see, he loves his food -- just look at his belly!

Bio: KaBoom is the JetHawks beloved mascot and represents the team at hundreds of community functions across Southern California throughout the year. Working with local schools, KaBooms Reading Challenge has encouraged thousands of kids to enjoy reading, as well as JetHawks baseball. KB has raced in more than 1,000 mascot races and has yet win a single one. KB loves hanging out at The Hangar, the JetHawks' home stadium, and signing autographs for kids young and old.

Likes: Baseball, of course, spending time in the community, going to charity events, being involved in all the fun events for the city of Rancho Cucamonga

Dislikes: When the Quakes lose, having his tail pulled

Bio: Tremor is the fun-loving Rallysaurus for the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes. Tremor is famous for his rallysaurus hugs and fist bumps. Whether in the stands with his trademark rally cap or losing every race around the bases, Tremor is cheered by all. Tremor loves to dance, race children and is a baseball-lovin' maniac. When Tremor is not having fun at LoanMart Field, he is making sure he keeps a full social calendar. Although his first love is baseball, his second is spending time in the community. He is surely a hit with fans of all ages.

Bio: Gigante demonstrated his gift of baseball at an early age, throwing coconuts and using bananas to hit it out of the park. He is a legend in the jungle and is known for his incredible dancing ability. He was scouted by the San Francisco Giants organization after his appearance on the hit TV show, The Jungles Got Talent. Gigante is in his eighth season with San Jose, where he has danced his way into the hearts of millions. He is a Giant in the community.

Bio: Ever since Splash was a young fur ball, this big-boned, big-bellied bundle of fun has enjoyed being the center of attention. Splash is a big kid and likes to "splash" about in the Deep Water Channel and scarf down the deep-fried asparagus at Banner Island Ballpark.

Bio: Tipper was born on a farm in Appleton, Wis., before moving to Visalia to become the Central Valley's favorite mascot. He is a baseball player himself, and is a self-acclaimed power-hitter. Tipper lives in the big red barn in the outfield at Rawhide Ballpark. He spends his offseason going to schools and teaching kids the importance of reading. He prides himself in never taking a day off!

Bio: Muddy the Mudcat has been entertaining fans at Five County Stadium and the good people of North Carolina since his infancy. The "Fishcheif Maker" is well-known for his water gun antics and four-wheeler skills. Muddy also enjoys signing autographs for his fans every game and shooting T-shirts to the loudest fans in the stands with his T-shooter. He is also the president of the Muddy Buddy Book Club, one of the most successful reading programs in the state. Muddy loves going to elementary schools all around Eastern North Carolina to read to his friends.

Rival(s): Rocky Bluewinkle (Blue Rocks) -- swatted Keyote with a fly swatter in June of this year

Likes: Nothing sweeter than a Keys victory

Dislikes: Road runners

Bio: 'Traded for three hot dogs and a shoestring in April 1989, Keyote is known in the community for his appearances and extreme good looks. On a nightly basis, Keyote enjoys getting the crowd pumped up for rallies, visiting kids for their birthday and, of course, picking out his lady of the game. Occasionally Keyote can be seen interfering with the Keys Taco Bell Sauce Race in the form of vicious tackles to knock someone out of the race. When he isn't picking his nose or taking kids' hats and rubbing them in his armpits, Keyote adds to a great atmosphere at Harry Grove Stadium in Frederick.'

Bio: Southpaw is a bobcat from the hills of central Virginia who has been inspiring crowds at City Stadium in Lynchburg for 17 years. Using his cat-like coordination, Southpaw dances around the stadium entertaining fans, and uses his razor-sharp teeth and claws to intimidate the opposition.

Bio: Splash burst onto the scene in 1999 as the official mascot of the Myrtle Beach Pelicans. Fifteen years later, he's still going strong! Splash not only loves to hang out with fans at the park, but he loves to show his playful antics throughout the entire community by making a positive impact.

Bio: Uncle Slam is the bluest member of the P-Nats family. He is the Nationals' Director of Fun and adorns the red, white and blue every game. This season Slam has come back stronger than ever after surviving the infamous office fire of 2012. Slam enjoys dancing on the dugout, jumping off trash cans and looking for his sweetheart of the game. Slam also loves to visit schools and tell kids about the joys of reading. Slam hopes his strenuous offseason workout program will help the P-Nats capture the 2013 Mills Cup.

Bio: A St. Bernard mascot who made his rookie debut in professional baseball in 1997 with the Avalanche. Mugsy descended from the passing Hale-Bopp comet that raced across the Roanoke Valley sky on April 4, 1997. He continues to rally Red Sox fans of the Roanoke Valley at LewisGale field every home game!

Bio: Turned blue after too much time in freezing water, Rocky Bluewinkle was branded an outcast and shunned by his fellow moose. Rocky went looking for fellow blue-beings that would accept him for what he was, initially with little to no luck. After traveling the country looking for acceptance, he finally found his calling as the leader of the Blue Rocks cheering section! Help complete this Cinderella Story by sending Rocky to his rightful place among mascot royalty. Rocky needs your help, America! Everyone loves an underdog story!

Bio: 'Since my arrival in 2009, I've taken Winston-Salem by storm. I'm neither bear, nor dog, nor bear-dog, but rather a Bleacher Creature. My notable achievements include, but are not limited to, helping the Dash become the fastest High A team to receive 1 million fans, being the only Minor League Mascot with a Mohawk, and a more ignominious distinction -- my consecutive game losing streak in Musical Chairs. I provide our fans with high-voltage entertainment and, just like the dash in the city's name links two proud communities, I bring people together with the greatest gift of all: laughter.'

Bio: Marty has two goals in life: (1) have fun with Marauders fans every day, (2) be crowned the top mascot in MiLB! Marty can be found shaking his Pirate booty and entertaining fans at McKechnie Field and all over Bradenton. He brings his free-spirited fun and sense of humor with him everywhere he goes, and hopes his dedication to fans having fun will propel him to the top of Mascot Mania.

Dislikes: Rain delays (kind of ironic for a Manatee, huh?), a Brevard County loss

Bio: Manny has amused spectators at Space Coast Stadium for years with his spirited hijinks. You can always be sure to see Manny trying to fire up the crowd to make some noise or leading the charge on the infamous kids run. Although Manny is as friendly as they come, he wants to make sure all opponents FEAR THE SEA COW!

Bio: Stoney is a distant cousin of Raymond Ray, the mascot of the Tampa Bay Rays. Since hatching on the warning track at Charlotte Sports Park in 2009, Stoney has lived happily under the park's baseball boardwalk. Stoney never misses a Stone Crabs home game and is often found racing kids around the bases in the Stoney Scamper or atop the Stone Crabs dugout shaking his furry behind.

Bio: Phinley, the Southern Division Champion of 2012 Mascot Mania, is a phun-loving landshark. Giving all of his phans a high phin, riding his scooter and cheering the Threshers on to victory are some of his phavorite things. He has swum with mermaids, traveled to Philadelphia, ridden jetskis, parasailed and even been attacked by a Police K-9. You can find Phinley all around Clearwater and the Tampa Bay area, spreading the word about the Threshers.

Bio: Cubby loves cheering for the Daytona Cubs with the fans, and especially loves to see his Cubbies hoist the W flag! He enjoys every minute he gets to spend at The Jack and misses it when he is away.

Bio: Coming from a long line of Blue Jays, D-Jay spends his days tending to his nest in the outfield as well as polishing has bat and taking in the sights of beautiful Dunedin. A Florida native, D-Jay enjoys visiting Honeymoon Island and walking around Downtown Dunedin!

Bio: Miss-A-Miracle, better known to her friends as "Missy," is the orange retriever pup of the Fort Myers Miracle. Missy spends her days guarding Hammond Stadium before going to "work" during home games. Missy greets fans at the gates, catches the first pitch, sings "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" and brings smiles to all the young Miracle fans.

Bio: Hamilton R. Head is a landshark that was born in 1998 and named in a contest with local schools. Hamilton R. Head (Ham-r-head for short) first swam into Roger Dean Stadium on April 8, 1998, prior to the Hammerheads' first home game.

Bio: With his bomber jacket and flight goggles, Ace is up for any mission on and off the field. Ace takes great pride in the history of military and aviation at TigerTown. His greatest moment in sports was being dropped off in center field by helicopter and delivering the game ball before the first game in the history of the Flying Tigers on April 5, 2007. He enjoys visiting schools and community events and loves birthday parties.

Bio: Robbie the Redbird is the mascot for the Palm Beach Cardinals. He is a Cardinal that hatched in January 2003 in Milwaukee and was named in a contest with local schools. Robbie the Redbird first flew into Roger Dean Stadium on March 28, 2003, prior to the Palm Beach Cardinals first game (a 1-0 exhibition loss to the St. Louis Cardinals).

Likes: Dancing, playing baseball, going on appearances, hanging out with my Kids Crew

Dislikes: Rain delays, when the team goes on the road, bad umpires

Bio: Klutch made his first appearance with the St. Lucie Mets on April 5, 2013. He is excited to be able to take over for his cousin Slider as the St. Lucie Mets Mascot. Klutch made his introduction in grand style. He came in from the warning track in a Dodge Ram 1500 and energized fans with his unique dance moves. He enjoys entertaining fans with his wacky antics at every home game and looks forward to running the bases with all of his Kids Club members after the games. Klutch is known around Port St. Lucie for his charming wit, good looks, spontaneous dance moves and ability to pump up the crowd at Tradition Field. Klutch is energetic and has a passion for baseball. He entertains the fans, captivates the crowd and warms the hearts of all his fans.

Bio: Blue was drafted in the third round of the intergalactic draft by the New York Yankees. He is known for his crazy antics on the field and his busy social schedule off the field. He loves Tampa Yankee fans and baseball!

Bio: Born on June 1, 1995, Snappy quickly took to baseball. Growing up in Beloit, he became very active in the community and enjoys meeting all his fans. He heads up Snappy's Reading Club, the Snappers Kids Club, and works closely with nonprofit organizations. In his 18th season with the Snappers, he is excited to be a leader in the community. He enjoys a good coat of Turtle Wax and hanging out at Rock River and Turtle Creek. He strongly dislikes people touching his beak and hopes to one day find the love of his life in the Galapagos Islands.

Bio: Roscoe the Grease Monkey made his debut on the big stage in 2010 and has been wooing fans ever since. This lifelong baseball fan was working for an auto shop in Malibu, Calif. (his cousin is the Angels' Rally Monkey) when Axle the Bear invited him to join the team as a mascot. Roscoe is all about having a good time, high-fiving fans, visiting schools and rehearsing his latest dance moves. Roscoe enjoys his home in South Central Kentucky with acres of forest for him roam. After all, palm trees don't have branches to swing from.

Bio: Have you ever heard the expression "busy as a bee?" Well, that started because of me, Buzz, the mascot of the Burlington Bees. During games, I'm busy making sure everyone is having a good time at the ballpark. I also make lots of appearances in our community, including fundraising events, visiting schools for the Buzz Reading Program, and more! I enjoy eating honey, dancing, posing for the camera, messing with fans, giving high-fives, cruising around town in the Buzz Mobile and, of course, cheering on the Burlington Bees. And, yes ladies, I am single! Vote for Buzz!

Bio: Since arriving in Cedar Rapids from the Venezuelan Winter League in 1993, Mr. Shucks has set one goal: bring joy to everyone in Cedar Rapids and the surrounding area. "Minus one somewhat significant setback involving silly string, a unicycle and a small cow, I feel like I have accomplished my mission. I am sweet and kind, and I love to dance and spread happiness to everyone I visit."

Bio: Louie the LumberKing is in his 20th season with the LumberKings after being drafted in the first round by Clinton in the 1994 Mascot Entry Draft out of Paul Bunyan University. Louie went on to receive a bachelor's degree in Crowd Entertainment at PBU in '94. Louie was proclaimed the "King of Midwest League Mascots" by popular fan vote in MSNBC's Minor League Logo contest in 2008.

Likes: Smiling, helping around the ballpark, making theme night videos

Dislikes: Wearing shoes, cold weather, rain delays

Bio: Johnny TinCap is a kind-hearted, fun-loving, gentle giant that always has a smile on his face. He can often be found walking around the ballpark and taking pictures with fans. Johnny is always barefoot but dressed for success. He loves going to elementary schools to tell Fort Wayne area kids about the reading program! Most Saturdays he can be found taking swings or fielding a grounder at a local Little League.

Bio: Louis Entertainment Loon, presented by MidMichigan Health, landed at Dow Diamond on Aug. 25, 2006. He was born on the shorelines of Lake Huron near Tawas Point and relocated to Midland with the announcement of the Loons. Dubbed "The Ambassador of Fun," he enjoys entertaining fans and causing mischief. In his spare time, Lou E. participates in numerous community events for charitable organizations and nonprofit groups. He resides at Dow Diamond and has his very own playground, Lou E.'s Lookout.

Bio: Ozzie T. Cougar enters his 23rd season as the face of the franchise. Some of his gameday duties include racing (and nearly always losing) the Ozzie Race, exchanging high-fives and dance moves with the crowd and doing the little things to ensure that each Cougars fan enjoys the experience at Fifth Third Bank Ballpark. More than 1 million Chicagoland youth have taken part in Ozzie's Reading Club.

Bio: Skipper grew up on a small tropical island in Lake Erie called the Captains Cove, where he honed his skills to become the best dancer around. He was once a finalist on the show "America's Best Dance Crew," but was beat out in a controversial decision. He took the loss gracefully and now busts out his best dance moves on the dugouts at Classic Park.

Bio: Big Lug is responsible for entertaining fans young and old. He's out at Cooley Law School Stadium each and every game. Seven feet of baseball love, hailing from parts unknown, the eighth wonder of the world and the Lugnuts' biggest fan!

Bio: This is a tail about a top-dog mascot named Homer. Homer spends his days getting a new leash on life sniffing around Dozer Park and can be spotted putting smiles on fans faces with his paws-itive attitude. Homer has a ruff life, which includes sleeping and cheering on the Chiefs. Homer has a bone to pick with the Kane County Cougars and growls when they are mentioned, always giving their players a ruff time. Sometimes, Homer plays with his two best friends, mascots Norm & Al, seeing if they can kee pup, listening to music on his iPawd, including Snoop Dog, Pitbull and Beethoven!

Bio: The friendliest raccoon in Minor League baseball, Rascal is the playful yet mischievous face of the River Bandits franchise. Rascal is always decked out in his favorite River Bandits attire and never misses an opportunity to pump up the crowd. If this giant, cuddly raccoon isn't seen wandering the concourse, he can be found out on the field in between innings. He has been known to challenge fans to a race around the basepaths, dance on the dugouts or just cheer on contestants in the on-field games. Even if the River Bandits are out of town, that doesn't mean Rascal won't be found in the Quad Cities area. The fun-loving animal will go anywhere the River Bandits staff goes to show his River Bandits spirit!

Bio: Crash the River Rascal lives in the Grand River, right next to Fifth Third Ballpark. During the baseball season, he awakes to cheer on the Whitecaps and eat ridiculous amounts of ballpark food. Crash loves to get to the ballpark early to help eat any leftover food from the night before and start making more for the next game. Of course, he samples everything before serving it to fans (just to make sure it's safe). In his spare time he likes swimming in the river with his best friend, Franky the Swimming Pig. They usually find a way to have fun without making too much trouble.

Bio: "Hello, my name is Fang and I am the proud mascot of the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers. I'm the only "snake" mascot in the Minors. In fact, I'm the only snake that has arms and legs that dances on dugout tops, shakes my rattle and shoots Wisconsin brats into the stands with our famous "Bratzooka Gun." My enthusiasm is endless, not only for baseball, but also for encouraging youth reading. I visit thousands of students each year promoting this healthy lifestyle. When I'm not visiting students, I'm heavily involved in the local community. It's more than Great ... it's FANGtastic!!"

Bio: Mr. Moon has been entertaining fans at McCormick Field since April 2011. His fans particularly enjoy his breakdancing moves on top of the dugout. The Tourists' home cap features Mr. Moon's face and is the only cap in all of Minor League Baseball that glows in the dark!

Bio: Born from a hive located on hole 16 of Augusta National, young Auggie was always slightly different than his bee brethren. Not only was he the size of an average human, but this bee was also more interested in the baseball team down the road than the tournament that shared his home. His fandom and commitment to his hometown team was honored in 1994 when the Augusta Pirates changed their name to the Augusta GreenJackets, making Auggie their official mascot. Since then, Auggie has represented the team, on and off the field, creating a kids' reading club, frequenting community events and entertaining fans young and old at Lake Olmstead Stadium.

Likes: The New York Yankees, PBJ Jalopeno bacon burgers, being a junior ranger

Dislikes: Sand Gnats, pants, anchovies, the rain

Bio: Full name: Charlie T. RiverDog ... born in Charleston, S.C. ... graduated top-dog in obedience school as a young pup ... lettered in dance, baseball and marching band ... resides at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park. Charlie comes from long pedigree of dancers, as both his mother and father were professional canine freestylers. Spotted dancing down on Folly Beach back in '94, Charlie was invited to T-R-E-A-T the RiverDogs' fans to a show. Nowadays, Charlie is known around The Joe as quite a hound, so if you roll on over to the DogHouse you might spot Charlie with his companions Bark and Chelsea.

Bio: Sherman is fluffy orange bird that has been around Arthur W. Perdue Stadium since 1997. He is the most popular bird in town and can be found entertaining fans of all ages during every Shorebirds home game. His hobbies include dancing on the dugout, entertaining fans of all ages and watching baseball. Sherman makes hundreds of community appearances every year as a team ambassador. Not only is he the most popular bird in town, but he has become the most popular figure in town, period.

Bio: At 6'7", Guilford comes in as the tallest Grasshopper in the world. He is hard to miss with his round belly, big orange nose and green fur. Guilford is the most fun-loving, friendliest creature you will ever meet. When Guilford is not at the ballpark, he is out in the community reading at schools and showing his support at various community events, spreading his hoppin' fun fever! He loves to interact with the fans at NewBridge Bank Park and lives by the motto, "Every game is someone's first. Make it memorable!"

Bio: Reedy Rip'It was born in 2006 in the Reedy River in beautiful Greenville, SC. The friendliest frog around, he enjoys cheering on the Drive, reading exciting books and making new friends. When baseball is not in-season, Reedy likes to hop from lily pad to lily pad, waving to friends as he goes.

Dislikes: Rainouts, people who make jokes about cooking and eating crawdads

Bio: Conrad the Crawdad swam onto the scene in 1993 and has been entertaining audiences with his zany antics and friendly demeanor ever since. Whether it's running for his life ahead of 100 screaming kids during the fifth inning's Conrad Catch or serving up ice cream to the loudest screamers he can find, there's never a dull moment for this beloved crustacean. Conrad can be found at any home game inside Crawdads Stadium or at one of his many community appearances at charity walks, family days, company events and even in front of grocery stores and restaurants.

Bio: Tim E. Gator joined the Kannapolis Intimidators in 2009. Originally from Lake Fisher, Tim E. Gator loved to watch the Intimidators play and caught the eye of GM Randy Long, who inked the fun-loving gator to serve as team mascot. He loves to dance and pump up the crowd at Intimidators home games and can always be found giving high-fives to fans or passing out Pizza Hut pizza during the nightly Pizza Scream. He enjoys hanging out at the ballpark, entertaining fans young and old, and eating peanuts and Cracker Jacks.

Bio: Buster was introduced to BlueClaws fans two days before the team's first game in April 2001. A furry, yellow, adorable creature, he came to Lakewood from Clearwater. His mentor is his cousin, the Phillie Phanatic. Buster entertains at every BlueClaws game and on hundreds of community appearances each year. His favorite day of the year is Opening Day, and he gears up for the BlueClaws opener with appearances at dozens of Little League openings each April. He enjoys long walks on the beach and BlueClaws wins, and is still looking for his first victory in the nightly Buster Race.

Bio: It has taken many years and a few stops along the way, but Big L has finally found his way back to Lexington. Big L was raised by two horse trainers who worked on many of the beautiful horse farms in the area. He spent his childhood days playing the game of baseball in the fields of these sprawling farms. After standout high school and college careers here in Lexington, the Houston Colt .45s drafted him. His dreams were finally realized one day when he got the call; he was going up to Houston to play in his first Major League game. Now, with his playing days over, Big L has decided to return to Lexington as the original Lexington Legend.

Likes: Baseball, swimming in the river around the stadium, dancing, cheering on the Rome Braves

Dislikes: Rain, wet grass, kids who mess with his hat

Bio: Romey was born where the Coosa and Etowah rivers meet and has cheered on the Rome Braves since 2003. His enthusiasm for the game is infectious. Fans love to join him for the seventh inning stretch, and his dance moves are a thing of legend. He can frequently be seen throughout the community cheering on Little League teams, and he signs autographs like a Hollywood veteran. State Mutual Stadium, home of the Rome Braves, would not be the same without the bravest fan of all -- Romey!

Dislikes: Being called "Sandy", litter on the field, violence against mascots

Bio: "My gname is Gnate the Gnat but my friends call me Gnate. I come from a long line of gnagging insects often referred to as a sand gnat or gno see'em. Being 6'3" and pleasantly plump, I'm pretty big for a sand gnat. Over the past gnine seasons I have won over fans near and far with my hypnotizing dances moves, pesky charm and devilish good looks. During the games, I am often found buzzing around Historic Grayson Stadium hugging anyone in my path. Last year, I was a member of the Elite 8 in MiLB.com's Mascot Mania."

Bio: Chuck is from the hills of West Virginia. He enjoys teaching kids about healthy eating and exercising, and rooting on the West Virginia Power. Chuck has been the mascot for the Power since the end of the 2010 season. He has visited over 200 schools in the Charleston area, preaching the 5-2-1-0 message to local kids. When he's not visiting schools or entertaining fans at a Power baseball game, Chuck can be found riding his bike, visiting the local children's hospital and playing baseball at Appalachian Power Park.

Bio: From grizzled veteran to fun-loving fan of the IronBirds, Ferrous has flown north to Ripken Stadium every summer since the gates first opened in 2002. During the fall and winter months, Ferrous resides on Maupiti, a small island west of Bora Bora that he discovered during his tour of duty with the U.S. Army. While there, he works on his fitness by devouring peanut butter and mayo sandwiches between rounds of T-shirt cannon target practice. On the field and off, Ferrous dutifully lives by the tenets of the Ripken Way, especially when it comes to having fun.

Bio: Abner was created in 1995. Legend has it that Abner Doubleday invented the game of baseball in 1839 as a cadet at the United States Military Academy in West Point, NY. Although the claim has been debated for decades among baseball historians and fans, the popular myth remains. Doubleday is recognized at the National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum in Cooperstown, NY, where it's said the first game was played. The historic baseball field at West Point is also named in Doubleday's honor.

Bio: Homer was adopted by the Muckdogs in the spring of 2009 after being found sleeping on the pitcher's mound and now resides at Dwyer Stadium. Homer enjoys giving out free high-fives, practicing his dance moves and bringing smiles to people of all ages. When not visiting Muckdogs fans, Homer likes to read, watch baseball movies and jam to his favorite song, "Who Let the Dogs Out." He has been awarded "Hugger of the Year" from the Muckdogs Booster Club a team-record four straight years.

Likes: Unattended picnics, overflowing trash cans, St. Lucie in the winter, A Flock of Seagulls

Dislikes: Car washes, people who finish their food, the bay

Bio: Sandy the Seagull comes from a family of baseball-loving birds. His grandfather grew up on the telephone poles of Brooklyn in the 1950s in a small nest on Flatbush Ave. next door to Ebbets Field. Every weekend, he would fly to Coney Island to hang out on the beach and ride the Cyclone. Grandpa Seagull was sad when the Dodgers left Brooklyn, but he kept their memory alive by telling stories to his grandson, Sandy, who loved baseball even more than he did! Sandy and his grandpa were so thrilled when the Cyclones brought baseball back to Brooklyn that Sandy set up a nest on top of the Parachute Jump so he could watch all the action. One day, while the ballpark was being built, Sandy fell out of the nest. The construction workers nursed him back to health and let him hang around and be their mascot. When the ballpark was ready, Sandy was the obvious choice to become the Cyclones mascot.

Bio: "It all started when I was roaming through the woods in a town called Norwich, Conn., in 2010. I came upon a pond and started to hear sounds coming from the other side of a nearby fence. People threw an object toward me and I picked it up in my mouth and brought it back to them. They said the object was called a 'baseball' and that they were playing a game. The players and staff were so nice to me, they even asked me to be their very own mascot for the Connecticut Tigers!"

Bio: August 2000 was the introduction of perhaps the most alluring mascot in all of sports. Rascal's unveiling was just the beginning of the adorable little cirtter's career. For the 2013 season, Rascal enters his teenage years coming back to "The Dutch" bigger, faster and stronger than ever.

Bio: "A friend to all, who loves to play ball / 'Baseball is Grape' and so is this ape! / Purple from birth, causing much mirth! / He's called Bubba Grape, the baseball ape." This poem perfectly describes how Bubba Grape is the best mascot in MiLB. The smiles on kids' faces as Bubba approaches them at the stadium is evidence enough to show that Bubba is a wonderful friend that all Jammer fans can relate to. Opponents cringe with fear from seeing Bubba Grape, while fans laugh and celebrate the game alongside him. There is no doubt that Bubba Grape is the best mascot in MiLB.

Bio: Like the industrial Mahoning Valley region he hails from, Scrappy's determination to never back down and fight until he wins is one of his most prized attributes. In 1999 Scrappy ran into a group of baseball players on their way to Eastwood Field and has stayed there to support them ever since. He can often be seen on top of a dugout cheering for his team or at outside events supporting the community. Scrappy is currently the only mascot in Minor League Baseball to wear a chain.

Bio: First appearing in 2006, world-famous Ike the Spike depicts a young and ambitious white-tailed deer. Ike the Spike was the Cinderella story of the first-ever Mascot Mania, being the only short-season mascot to advance all the way to the championship by defeating foes on every level. Ike the Spike had an entire community backing him, which most notably lead to the State College Mayor Elizabeth Goreham proclaiming June 7 as "Ike the Spike" day. Performing more than 250 mascot appearances in 2011, Ike strives on being the MiLB's busiest mascot. After making it all the way to the finals of Mascot Mania in 2012, Ike has guaranteed the crown for 2013. As you cast your vote, remember the famous phrase, "I Like Ike"!

Likes: America, baseball, grazing, dancing, the Yankees, his friends, a good hot dog

Dislikes: Bullies, hamburgers, spiders, rules, bed time

Bio: "Scooter the Holy Cow can be described in two words: Holy Cow! Named for famous Yankees shortstop Phil Rizzuto, Scooter was raised on the farmlands of Staten Island. Even as a calf, Scooter knew he was destined for baseball greatness. He learned to bat and field the ball, but above all else Scooter loved to entertain. Nobody matches Scooter as he dances, plays and competes in between-inning entertainment for the Staten Island Yankees. Scooter loves playing with his brother Red and hanging out with all of his fans. Above all else he loves cheering on the Staten Island Yankees."

Bio: SouthPaw has been a resident of Troy since he was a tiny kitten. He loves causing mischief, entertaining fans and hanging out with his buddies Pappy and Ribbie at The Joe. Every night about the eighth inning, you can hear SouthPaw playing his cowbell and leading the chant of "Vamos Gatos" in hopes of cheering the ValleyCats onto another victory!

Bio: With his foot stomps and belly bumps, Champ has been entertaining Vermont baseball fans since 1994. When he's not hexing the opposing team or cruising around the ballpark on his bright yellow 4-wheeler, Champ can be found exploring his home, Lake Champlain. But this Lake Monster is anything but shy and loves showing off his crazy dance moves while he gets the crowd pumped up. You might even catch a glimpse of him playing a prank on the opposing team! It's no secret that this big green cheering machine is bad to the bone!

Dislikes: State College Spikes, Cutters' losses, the end of the season

Bio: "I'm all about F-U-N! I spend my days practicing with my T-shirt cannon, popping wheelies on the 4-wheeler, perfecting my Boomer Belly Shuffle and performing sunrise yoga in the outfield grass. When it's game time, look out! I'm an expert on the 4-wheeler and I love dressing up in my crazy costumes and making people laugh. People think I'm crazy, maybe it's the eyes!"

Bio: Humphrey the Hawk has been the team's high-flying mascot since his birth in the majestic Boise foothills. While Humphrey loves his summers with the fans in Memorial Stadium, he spends the winter months in warm weather and enjoys water skiing, sky diving and fishing daily. He's more than eager to join Hawks players at local libraries, the hospital, schools, community events ... anywhere fans of all ages can be found!

Bio: Once upon a time, in the thick trees of Spencer Butte, a furry creature named Sluggo was born. After finding an abandoned pair of binoculars one day, Sluggo became intrigued by something happening in the city sprawled below him: baseball. But not just any baseball, Emeralds Baseball. Sluggo loved to sit up on the butte and watch the Emeralds stomp their competition, hitting home runs over the fence and making sliding catches in the outfield. In 2010 Sluggo was invited to be the official mascot of the Emeralds and has been at the helm ever since.

Bio: Webbly is the energetic, athletic and fun tree frog mascot for the Everett AquaSox. Webbly enjoys hanging out with fans in the stands and dancing the "YMCA." Fans can always catch Webbly around the park giving high-fives and taking photos. Webbly cheers the AquaSox to victory every home game and even catches a few flies between innings.

Bio: Barley is the newest mascot in Minor League Baseball, making his Northwest League debut this summer! He is thrilled to be rooting for the Hops and helping all fans, young and old alike, get excited that baseball is back in the Portland area! In his spare time, Barley enjoys hanging out with his fellow Portland mascots, texting with D. Baxter and practicing his T-shirt throwing skills.

Bio: "I originally made my home on the slopes of Mt. Mazama in Southern Oregon, living a lonely life by myself with no friends to speak of, but when it erupted many years ago, I was thrown from the mountain. I began roaming the countryside searching for a new place to call home. I eventually came across the newly built Volcanoes Stadium in Keizer, Ore. I immediately made friends with all the players and fans. I knew this would be my new home, and I have been here ever since."

Bio: He's big, he's blue and he's a reptile with style! Otto, the world's first Spokanasaurus, joined the Indians in 1993 and has quickly become one of the most famous mascots in all of Minor League Baseball. Otto enjoys break dancing on top of the dugout while making sure all fans enjoy their stay at Avista Stadium.

Bio: Our wonderful mascot and team representative, Dusty, recently celebrated his 12th birthday, and boy did he have a busy year! While Dusty spent time participating in events for the March of Dimes, Junior Chamber of Commerce and Cystic Fibrosis awareness, his main platform was anti-bullying and good sportsmanship. Dusty and the whole Dust Devils organization pride themselves on affordable family fun, and when it comes to sports, there is no better way to have fun than practicing good sportsmanship. Go Dust Devils!

Likes: Rookie Team members, making a diving catch, being healthy and active

Dislikes: When fans call him Bear Brown Bob

Bio: When the Vancouver Canadians take to the field each home game, fans don't have to look far to see the Canadians biggest fan, Bob Brown Bear. You'll usually find Bob at local schools, neighborhood diamonds or at a local care facility brightening up a young fans day! Canada's favorite bear is our very own Bob Brown!

Likes: Bowen Field, Blue Jays baseball, playing on-field games with young Jays fans

Dislikes: Rainouts, the off-season, anytime the Blue Jays are not in Bluefield

Bio: "I'm Baby Jay, and Bluefield Blue Jays Baseball is my life! I love going to the park everyday to watch the boys battle it out against the rest of the Appy League. Besides rooting on the Blue Jays, I love playing on-field games with the best fans in Minor League Baseball. I'll win that base race one day..."

Bio: Dingbat can be found not only at the ballpark on game nights, but also in the Bristol community, at area parades and other events. He is loved by all kids and very popular with adults. Dingbat was drafted in Anaheim, Calif., during the 1999 Winter Meetings and reported to the Bristol Sox in June 2000. He bats sometimes and throws maybe. He is not known to have ever stolen a base or even slid into one.

Bio: A native of the rainforests of Brazil, Blooper is in his 15th season in Danville. He enjoys perfecting the Chicken Dance, salsa dancing and looking forward to being on the next season of "Dancing With the Stars." He can't wait for Opeing Day each year.

Bio: Rookie is originally from Baton Rouge, La. He became a member of the Elizabethton Twins in 2005. He likes to eat fish, hot dogs and Rocky Road ice cream. Rookie enjoys long walks on the beach and occasionally enters competitive eating competitions. His favorite TV shows are "The Muppets" and "Fraggle Rock." He is also a huge fan of "Duck Dynasty" and their beards. He loves winners, which is why he chose the Twins!

Bio: Tennessee Tess joined the Astros in June 2006, two years after the team arrived in Greeneville. This fun-loving cowgirl's name comes from a combination of her current residence and her parent club in Houston. Complete from her oversized cowboy hat to the boots on her feet, Tess is well-known for her rendition of a flat-foot dance to "Rocky Top" from the dugout tops during the seventh-inning stretch. Fans, especially kids, love interacting with her throughout games. Tess is also actively involved in the Astros' Lil' Outlaws Kids Club, created in 2005 by her brother, Tennessee Tex.

Bio: Won a televised wrestling match on West Virginia Championship Wrestling and designed his own Mercer Cup Championship title belt to commemorate annual Princeton vs. Bluefield baseball series winner. Was honored with his own bobblehead night in 2006. Had his picture taken with David Price as part of a prior Tampa Bay Rays Fanfest. Was body-slammed on field by Jerry Lawler during a game. Concession stand at Hunnicutt Field is named "Roscoe's Grille in his honor. His image adorns a 14ft x 14ft outfield wall sign at the stadium. He also can talk to fans in costume.

Rival(s): Any team that comes between his Pulaski Mariners and their championship

Likes: Snacking at the Grill, running the bases, high-fives

Dislikes: Sad faces and losing

Bio: Growing up as a young fox in the hills of Virginia, Slyder wandered the streets of Pulaski, looking for food and shelter. One day, he found his way to Historic Calfee Park and sprinted out onto the field during the game, running circles around players and coaches. The crowd cheered so wildly that the owner decided to give him a job. Priding himself as the sneakiest mascot in the Appalachian League, Slyder has become a staple of entertainment in Pulaski and in the heart of his fans.

Bio: "I, Homer, mascot for the Billings Mustangs, am the best Mascot in MiLB because, well, I am -- just look at me! I dance, I play, I'm huggable, and fans love me! I come from one of the greatest places on earth, South Central Montana and Inferno Canyon in the Pryor Mountains. The Mustangs are a perfect fit for me -- they let me dance on the dugout, play kickball before games and play with squirt guns! I'm probably one of the few horses who is not afraid of guns. No more grass for me -- now I graze on Dehler Park Stang Burgers!"

Bio: "I have eight brothers and sisters (Cassie, Carlie, Cammie, Caylie, Carter, Chester, Chipper and Cramer). I enjoy attending Grand Junction Rockies baseball games as I cheer for my favorite team. I like dancing with the fans, signing autographs, running the bases and howling at the moon."

Likes: Outerspace, long walks on the beach (of Mars), baseball, the Jetsons

Dislikes: Asteriod attacks, the offseason, rain delays

Bio: In early August of 1950, general manager Nick Mariana was walking around Centene Stadium, getting ready for the game that night. Suddenly, he saw a mysterious UFO racing around Great Falls! To this day, Orbit claims that Great Falls was too beautiful to pass up, so he decided to stay and call it his new home. The Voyagers graciously offered him a position with the team, which he accepted without hesitation. He now roams the stadium spreading his love for baseball, which he learned on his home planet.

Bio: When asked by a teacher, "What would you like to be when you grow up"? He answered, "Me!" He was once pulled over for speeding, but he let the officer go with just a warning. He once brought a knife to a gunfight, just to even the odds. He is the most interesting bird in the world.

Bio: Ollie Osprey is a big, lovable, dumpy bird that was hatched in 2002. Some of Ollie's favorite things are making noise with bells and tambourines, giving hugs to everyone and racing children around the bases. Ollie is easily distracted and has yet to win a race, but will keep on trying. Also, Ollie is the only mascot to have a live "brother" living in its natural habitat at the ballpark -- that's right Ogren Park Allegiance Field features live osprey that have nested on a pole just beyond the center-field fence. Unlike Ollie, these Osprey fly in for the baseball season and leave for the winter.

Dislikes: People wearing grey uniforms, particularly ones with red O's on them

Bio: Oggie was hatched in Ogden, Utah, in 1994. His egg was unearthed when construction crews were excavating the grounds of Lindquist Field. While the team is in town, Oggie comes out from his nest whenever he senses prey invading his home territory. The prey always wears grey baseball uniforms, and he maintains that Orem Owlz taste the best. Oggie can be seen stalking his prey and readying ambushes all throughout his home. Sometimes, he finds a straggling kid to eat, which is a well-deserved treat. Oggie loves children -- they taste just like chicken.

Friends: Holly (wife) and "Yet to be Named" (child, revealed on June 22)

Rival(s): Oggie from the Ogden Raptors

Likes: '80s hair band music, apple pie, long walks on the beach

Dislikes: Broccoli, laundry

Bio: "Hi, I'm Hootz. I'm an owl, and I like baseball. I'm a pretty simple guy (or bird, whatever...) who loves hanging around the ballpark with my lady friend, Holly. I enjoy visiting with all my buddies who come to see me and like to rile up the crowd and cheer the Owlz on to victory!"